CLA-2-38:S:N:N1:235 858926
Mr. Ralph C. Meola
Rhone-Poulenc Inc.
CN 5266
Princeton, New Jersey 08543-5266
RE: The tariff classification of Flatosil 411 T and Flatosil 421
T from France.
Dear Mr. Meola:
In your letter dated December 4, 1990 you requested a tariff
classification ruling.
Based on the information submitted, these mixtures,
consisting of over 95% amorphous precipitated silica and less
than 5% polyethylene wax, will be used as a flattening agent for
paints and coatings.
The applicable subheading for the Flatosil 411 T and
Flatosil 421 T will be 3823.90.5050, Harmonized Tariff Schedule
of the United States (HTS), which provides for other mixtures not
elsewhere provided for. The rate of duty will be 5 percent ad
valorem.
This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Section
177 of the Customs Regulations (19 C.F.R. 177).
A copy of this ruling letter should be attached to the entry
documents filed at the time this merchandise is imported. If the
documents have been filed without a copy, this ruling should be
brought to the attention of the Customs officer handling the
transaction.
Sincerely,
Jean F. Maguire
Area Director
New York Seaport